Flagyl and Pacnex MX

• Generic Name: metronidazole
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Flagyl, FIRST Metronidazole, Flagyl 375, MetroGel

Flagyl (metronidazole) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Flagyl is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain, and respiratory tract.

Flagyl will not treat a vaginal yeast infection.

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical
• Dosage Forms: cloth, topical solution
• Other Brand Names: Acne-Clear, Benzac AC, BenzePro, Benziq, Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit, Clearskin, Fostex Wash 10%, NeoBenz Micro, Neutrogena Acne Mask, Oscion, Oxy Daily Wash, Oxy-10, Pacnex, PanOxyl, Persa-Gel, Riax, SoluCLENZ Rx, Triaz, BP Foaming Wash, BPO-10 Wash, BPO-5 Wash, Effaclor Duo, Neutrogena Clear Pore, PanOxyl Wash, PanOxyl-4 Creamy Wash, PanOxyl-8 Creamy Wash, BenzEFoam, Brevoxyl, Inova

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.

Pacnex (for the skin) is used to treat acne.

There are many brands and forms of benzoyl peroxide available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Pacnex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.